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Closures: Michigan City Area Schools closed Wednesday:  Due to widespread storm damage and power outages throughout the community, Michigan City Area Schools will be closed for all students on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This is not an eLearning day. MCAS says they will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.  Duneland School Corporation schools closed Wednesday:  "Due to severe storm damage throughout the community, there will be no school for DSC students on Wednesday, August 12, 2026" Portage Schools Closed Wednesday:  "Due to the effects of today’s storm, the first day of school tomorrow, August 12, is canceled for

Tuesday afternoon, the Ogden Dunes Police department reported widespread damage in town and released the following statement: "The recent storm in Ogden Dunes caused significant damage. Numerous trees and power lines are down, and several roads are blocked. Street, Fire-Rescue, and Police Department teams are assessing conditions throughout the town. If you have an emergency and need immediate help, call 9-1-1. Avoid downed power lines, as they may be live and dangerous. Report downed lines or power outages to NIPSCO at 800-4-NIPSCO [800-464-7726]. For cable TV or internet outages, contact Frontier or Comcast Xfinity. If your home or vehicle was

Approximately 243,000 customers are experiencing electrical outages caused by severe weather. Report outages on the NIPSCO app, by texting the word “Out” to 444111, online at NIPSCO.com/out, or by calling 1-800-4-NIPSCO. 👷‍️👷‍️Our team is out assessing damage and working to safely restore your service. We apologize for the inconvenience and disruption. NIPSCO.com/Outage See less

As we continue to see the effects of the severe weather that quickly developed over Michigan City, residents are urged to remain cautious and alert to changing conditions. For your safety, please stay away from downed power lines and treat all lines as live and dangerous. Power outages and downed lines should be reported directly to NIPSCO. Michigan City crews will be out as soon as conditions become safe to survey damage, clear debris and address impacted areas. The City of Michigan City is aware of several fallen trees blocking roadways and is actively coordinating alternative routes for first responders.

FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, including the following areas, Adams, Allen IN, Blackford, Cass IN, De Kalb, Eastern St. Joseph IN, Elkhart, Fulton IN, Grant, Huntington, Jay, Lagrange, Marshall, Miami, Noble, Northern Kosciusko, Northern La Porte, Pulaski, Southern Kosciusko, Southern La Porte, Starke, Steuben, Wabash, Wells, Western St. Joseph IN, White and Whitley and northwest Ohio, including the following areas, Allen OH, Defiance, Fulton OH, Henry, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert and Williams. * WHEN...Until 8 PM

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a * Tornado Warning for... La Porte County in northwestern Indiana... Until noon CDT. * At 1111 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage were located along a line extending from 8 miles east of South Shore to near Hobart to near DeMotte to near Roselawn, moving east at 65 mph. HAZARD...Tornadoes and wind gusts to 100 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and

INDIANA TOLL ROAD WIND BAN IN EFFECT TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 12:00 PM–6:00 PM EST (11:00 AM–5:00 PM CST) AFFECTED AREA COVERS THE ILLINOIS STATE LINE TO THE SOUTH BEND WEST TOLL PLAZA (EXIT 72). The ban applies only to the high profile vehicles listed below due to forecasted high winds and hazardous travel conditions. Vehicles Not Permitted During the Wind Ban • Triple tractor trailers • Long doubles (high profile only) • High profile oversize permit loads All other vehicles are permitted to travel. Expected Weather Conditions • The National Weather Service advised a possibility of wind gusts NW to

Franciscan Health Foundation back on the air with Host Debbie Tatum for another installment of "Well Beings" tomorrow Wednesday 8/12 from 9:10a-9:40a brought to you by The Beutner Family. You can listen on AM 1420, 95.1FM, 106.7FM in Valparaiso and we stream at www.wimsradio.com plus we are on FACEBOOK LIVE. #wims #whfb #localradio

Today A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.   Tonight Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Wednesday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 77.   Wednesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63.   Thursday A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. See less

First class of medical students begins in 2030 CROWN POINT, Ind. – Franciscan Alliance broke ground Monday on the Franciscan Alliance School of Osteopathic Medicine, which is slated to open in 2030. The groundbreaking ceremony included a blessing by The Most Rev. Robert McClory, bishop of the Diocese of Gary, as well as comments by Franciscan leaders, board members and local and state dignitaries. “Expanding our healthcare ministry with the addition of the Franciscan Alliance School of Osteopathic Medicine will benefit the community, Region, state of Indiana and beyond,” Franciscan Alliance President and CEO Kevin Leahy said. “We are thankful

Purdue University Northwest ready to welcome student residents to Calumet Hall  New student residence hall provides 150 beds HAMMOND, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) students, university leaders and community partners proudly cut the ribbon Aug. 4 on the university’s newest building, Calumet Hall. The three-story, 42,000-square-foot structure expands PNW’s student housing options for on-campus living and learning opportunities. Calumet Hall’s layout includes a mix of single- and double-occupancy rooms, as well as a common kitchen, laundry facilities, and study and lounge spaces. The building is designed to foster a social dynamic for PNW student residents that builds community, collaboration

Check out the stacked card planned for when OVW Wrestling returns to the Civic Auditorium on Friday, August 14! Bring the entire family for an epic night of high-flying action featuring the country's best up-and-coming pro wrestlers. Balcony seats start as low as $12.50! Reserved Tables and Floor General Admission available for $35 per person. Card subject to change. Doors open at 6 p.m., bell time at 7. Purchase tickets at https://ticketscandy.com/e/ovw-returns-to-civic-18337. Tickets also available at the Civic Auditorium Office. For more information on OVW, visit www.ovwrestling.com. #OVW #ProWrestlin

The Chesterton Police Department are now accepting  applications for the Chesterton Police Department's 2nd Annual Citizen Police Academy (CPA). This free, 7-week program will run 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 evenings from 𝟔𝐏𝐌-𝟗𝐏𝐌, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟕𝐭𝐡 – 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖𝐭𝐡. Participants will get a behind-the-scenes look at CPD operations with both classroom and hands-on activities.Topics include K9, Drone, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Investigations, Crime Scene, Patrol Operations, SWAT, and many more! Snacks and refreshments will be provided.Applicants must be 18 or older and live, work, or worship in Chesterton. 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟓 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬.Pick up an application at CPD or by scanning the QR code

The City of Michigan City has released a revised list of Common Council meeting dates: Common Council 2026 Meeting Dates Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Tuesday, October 6, 2026 Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Wednesday, November 4, 2026 Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Tuesday, December 1, 2026 Tuesday, December 15, 2026

On August 6th, at 4:49 PM, Deputies Xavier Biggerstaff and Julian Sanchez were exiting Terrace Acres Mobile Home Park onto US 20.  Deputy Biggerstaff observed a GMC sport utility vehicle (SUV) traveling west on US 20.  He recognized the vehicle and it also being associated with 30-year-old Jacob A. GILMORE.  Deputy Biggerstaff knew that GILMORE was a wanted person by the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office for Invasion of Privacy (Level 6 Felony) and Domestic Battery (Class A Misdemeanor).   Deputy Biggerstaff observed a traffic violation once directly behind the vehicle.  He attempted to initiate a traffic stop in the area

Today A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83.   Tonight Showers and thunderstorms likely before 1am, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Chance of precipitation is 70%.   Tuesday A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.   Tuesday Night Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Wednesday A

44th Annual Lubeznik Arts Festival-All ages-Saturday, AUG 15, 2026 — AUG 16, 2026 Join us this summer for our 44th Lubeznik Arts Festival (LAF)! LAF is one of the highlights of summer in Northwest Indiana! Taking place on LCA’s grounds, just steps away from Lake Michigan, LAF connects festival-goers to our dynamic programming and exhibitions. During this year’s festival, we’ll have 80+ artists, food vendors, indoor exhibitions, family activities and live demos. LCA's summer blockbuster exhibition, Kindred Spirits: Margaret Wharton and Betsy Odom, will also be on display inside LCA. Saturday Admission: $5 Free for LCA members, kids 16 and under, military and veterans

INDIANA ARTS COMMISSION INVESTS IN THE LA PORTE COUNTY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA TO STRENGTHEN LA PORTE COUNTY THROUGH ARTS AND CREATIVITY The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded $10,706 to the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra through the Arts Organization Support grant program. Arts Organization Support grants provide annual operating support for the ongoing artistic and administrative functions of eligible arts organizations. During its June Quarterly Meeting, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Organization Support and Arts Project Support grant programs. These grant programs are facilitated in partnership with the IAC Regional Arts Partners. Between both programs,

I-65 to have overnight lane closures between S.R. 14 and S.R. 114 JASPER COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Superior Construction Co Inc will conduct overnight lane closures on I-65 between State Road 14 and State Road 114 during the hours of 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting on or after Monday, August 10. There will be alternating lane closures between mile marker 215 to 218 Monday through Friday evenings for three weeks. Crews will be conducting bridge work at C.R. 1000 W over I-65, with I-65 reduced to one lane overnight to safely access the bridge structure. Construction will

News Release La Porte County Sheriff's Office:  For 43 years, a calm, reliable, and exceptionally knowledgeable presence has occupied the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office Maintenance Garage.  For more than three-plus decades, this gentleman led the team of technicians while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the agency’s garage.  Today, he closes his office door one final time and begins a well-earned retirement while looking forward to enjoying a long-awaited free schedule. Bob Parks began his career with the Sheriff’s Office on January 3, 1983.  Over the course of four decades, Bob completed thousands of oil changes, brake jobs, tire replacements,